April 2023

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Saturday, April 110:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Chinese Storytime

Saturday Storytime in Chinese has returned!Organized by the International Chinese Reading Association (ICRA), a group of native Chinese speakers, this storytime is designed to promote children’s interests in reading and speaking Chinese and in learning about Chinese culture and traditions.…Learn More
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Monday, April 310:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Preschool Palooza

Preschool PaloozaJoin librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement!  For children ages 3 through 6.

Monday, April 34:00—4:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Learn How to Publish Your Own Story

Learn How to Publish Your Own StoryEmma and Emma, Needham 4th grade students and published authors of The Seahorse Story, will describe how they created and published their book and help participants start drawing their own books.   For ages 6 and up.

Monday, April 37:00—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Green Needham: "The Problem with Plastic"

Green Needham Presents “The Problem with Plastic,” hosted by Kathy Raiz, a member of Green Needham’s Plastic Waste Reduction TeamJoin Green Needham for an eye-opening conversation about the world of plastic, including how it’s manufactured and why production has recently increased.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 410:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Toddler Storytime with Pine Village Preschool

Toddler Storytime with Pine Village PreschoolInteractive stories and songs in Spanish and English.   A bilingual storytime led by teachers from Pine Village Spanish Immersion Preschool for ages 2 and up. What would you like to see in the Library?  More small reading areas?  More group…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 510:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Make Music with Stacey Peasley

Make Music with Stacey Peasley  Popular preschool musician Stacey Peasley is live at the Library! Sing and dance along with Stacey.   For ages 2 to 5 

Wednesday, April 52:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Tween and Teen Craft and Chat (K-12th) Half-Day Program (Ages 9 - 18) - Found and Blackout Poetry!

FOUND AND BLACKOUT POETRY! - Crafternoon, April 2023Tweens AND Teens ages 9 - 18 are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space in the Library's Community Room for a bit of Half-Day (K-12th) craft fun!  This Crafternoon is going to be filled with Poetry Month crafts!    Not in to crafting?  Just come and have fun in a respectful way.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 53:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

CANCELED - Read to Berry

Read to BerryBerry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
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Thursday, April 63:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room.   Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up.   Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.
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Friday, April 710:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Music at the Blissful for Infants to 2.9

Music at the Blissful  for Infants to 2.9Music at the Blissful Baby Music Classes are specifically designed to help babies work on their physical development, social development, language development and spatial awareness. Being in a classroom with only babies to 2. 9 year old to allow for a safe environment for babies to learn and explore while keeping stress levels low.…Learn More

Friday, April 72:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Day off School Movie Black Adam (2023, PG-13)

Join us to watch the Dwayne, "The Rock" Johnson do his thing as Black Adam in this new DC Film from Warner Brothers Entertaiment2023, PG-13 (some violence, so not recommended for our younger library visitors), 125 minutes**What would you like to see in…Learn More

Friday, April 73:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeGirls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.  For grades 5 and up.   
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Saturday, April 810:00—10:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 810:00 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Family Activity Morning

Drop in the STEAM Center in the Children's Room for March crafts. What would you like to see in the Library?  A makerspace?  More group meeting areas?  Click here to take our space survey!

Saturday, April 810:20—10:40 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 810:40—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 811:00—11:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 82:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Drop-In Doodle Club!

Doodle Club - April 2023 MeetingHey there friends!  Interested in Drawing?  Doodle during class a lot?  Sketching neat designs that no one ever seems to appreciate?  Join fellow doodlers in a self-led doodle club every other Saturday afternoon in the Young Adult Room (second floor - where all of the Young Adult Graphic Novels are)! Ages 8 - 18 are welcome to come join fellow coloring aficionados on the 2nd floor of the library for some coloring time the 2nd and Last Saturdays of the month.…Learn More
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Monday, April 1010:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Monkey Mind Belly Breath Children's Yoga

Monkey Mind Belly Breath Children's Yoga Joanie Woodward's program joyfully weaves laughter, yoga, mindfulness, deep belly breathing, art, and reading.   For children ages 2 and up. Start your week off with a mindful note on Monday mornings!  Her children’s book “Seven Little Monkeys” was awarded the National Parenting Publications Honors Award and the reason she is a sought after teacher and presenter at the nation's largest Kids Yoga Conference in Washington, D.…Learn More

Monday, April 103:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Sew and Snacks with Olin Students!

Sew and Snacks - Learn to Sew with Olin College Students - April 2023Did you tear a hole in your favorite shirt?  Trusty pair of pants need hemming?  Have questions about how to darn those socks?  Want to dress up a plain book bag to make it more you?  Join us in the Community Room on the first floor of the library as a few Olin College Students help to answer questions and teach us in an informal Sew and Snack afternoon!  Program is aimed towards ages 10 - 18, but open to all ages.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 1110:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Come Dance with Charles River Ballet Academy!

Come Dance with Charles River Ballet Academy!Join Ms. Emily from Charles River Ballet Academy for a morning of creative dance, with stretching, ballet positions, and dance games as we bring a ballet story to life through dance.   For boys and girls aged 3 to 5 with a caregiver.    Charles River Ballet Academy, Needham’s classical ballet school, offers classes for children and adults at its Needham Center studios.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 111:00—2:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
OnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Wait Til Next Year by Doris Kearns Goodwin

NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Wait Til Next Year by Doris Kearns GoodwinWait Til Next Year by Doris Kearns GoodwinBy the award-winning author of Team of Rivals and The Bully Pulpit, Wait Till Next Year is Doris Kearns Goodwin’s touching memoir of growing up in love with her family and baseball. Set in the suburbs of New York in the 1950s, Wait Till Next Year re-creates the postwar era, when the corner store was a place to share stories and neighborhoods were equally divided between Dodger, Giant, and Yankee fans.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 111:00—2:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
OnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Wait Till Next Year is Doris Kearns Goodwin - Hybrid Event

NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Wait Till Next Year is Doris Kearns Goodwin - Hybrid EventWait Till Next Year is Doris Kearns GoodwinBy the award-winning author of Team of Rivals and The Bully Pulpit, Wait Till Next Year is Doris Kearns Goodwin’s touching memoir of growing up in love with her family and baseball. Set in the suburbs of New York in the 1950s, Wait Till Next Year re-creates the postwar era, when the corner store was a place to share stories and neighborhoods were equally divided between Dodger, Giant, and Yankee fans.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 114:00—4:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Book Reading and Drawing with Needham Author/Illustrator Irina Furman

Book Reading and Drawing with Needham Author/Illustrator Irina FurmanLocal author and illustrator Irina Furman will read her recently published children's book "Balloon at Noon and Other Poems" and explore nature and animal characters from the book by drawing with the kids.   For ages 4 and up.
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Wednesday, April 123:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Berry

Read to BerryBerry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Wednesday, April 123:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Berry

Read to BerryBerry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Wednesday, April 124:00—4:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Plant Peas to Grow and Share with Needham Community Farms

Plant Peas to Grow and Share with Needham Community FarmsGet ready for spring and summer! Learn to plant and care for Tom Thumb peas with help from the Needham Community Farm. With the right amounts of water, sun, and your tender loving care, you'll have pea plants in a few weeks, and then peas to eat. The Farm donates half of the food it grows to neighbors in need.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 124:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Berry

Read to BerryBerry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
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Thursday, April 1312:00—1:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

VIRTUAL: Hunt for the X-15 Rocket Plane

VIRTUAL: Hunt for the X-15 Rocket PlaneVIRTUAL: Hunt for the X-15 Rocket Plane **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** From 1959 to 1968, NASA operated three North American Aviation rocket planes to great effect.…Learn More

Thursday, April 133:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room.   Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up.   Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.
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Friday, April 1410:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Budding Bookworms

Budding BookwormsA storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers.   Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room.   Size is limited, registration required.  

Friday, April 1410:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Creative Dance with Needham Dance Theater

Creative Dance with Needham Dance TheaterCome twirl, gallop, jump and wiggle as we dance with spirited music and imaginative movement.   Let’s get creative dancing with ribbons, scarves, hula-hoops and more!Designed for young movers and shakers, this lively class is fun and joyful. Wear comfortable clothes, socks.…Learn More

Friday, April 143:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeGirls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.  For grades 5 and up.   
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Monday, April 17Library Closed

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Tuesday, April 1810:30 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Graphic Novel Workshop with Jonathan Todd

Graphic Novel Workshop with Jonathan ToddJoin graphic novelist Jonathan Todd for a workshop on creating a graphic novel.   Participants will learn the elements of storytelling and layout their own page of thumb nail sketches for the start of their own graphic novel.   For ages 8 and up.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 183:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Tucker

Read to TuckerTucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Tuesday, April 183:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Tucker

Read to TuckerTucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Tuesday, April 184:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Tucker

Read to TuckerTucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Tuesday, April 184:30—4:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Tucker

Read to TuckerTucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
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Wednesday, April 1912:00—1:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

VIRTUAL: Explore The Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

VIRTUAL: Explore The Blackstone River Valley National Historical ParkVIRTUAL: Explore The Blackstone River Valley National Historical ParkTHURSDAY, April 19, 12:00—1:00 PM Online - Courtesy of the Tewksbury Public Library **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 197:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual: Q&A with Romance Author Mia Sosa

Virtual: Q&A with Romance Author Mia SosaVirtual: Q&A with Romance Author Mia Sosa**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** If you haven't read Mia Sosa, you are missing out! Her books will bring a smile to your face, warmth to your heart, and heat to your cheeks.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 203:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room.   Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up.   Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.

Thursday, April 207:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual Comic Book Book Club Meeting!

Locke and Key, Volume 1, Welcome to Lovecraft, BookYour third Thursdays are about to get a little more interesting!  Come join us as we meet Virtually around the Zoom screen!  Get together with like-minded Comic Book and Graphic Novel lovers to discuss some interesting reads. Join us as we discuss the first book of the suspenseful Locke & Key Series "Locke & Key : Volume One, Welcome to Lovecraft" by Joe Hill with art done by Gabriel Rodriguez as a group!  Summary: " The story of the Keyhouse, a New England mansion, with doors that transform all who walk through them.…Learn More
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Friday, April 2110:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Budding Bookworms

Budding BookwormsA storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers.   Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room.   Size is limited, registration required.  

Friday, April 2111:00 AM—12:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Vacation Day Movie: Paws of Fury

Vacation Day Movie:  Paws of FuryCome join us to watch Paws of Fury: the Legend of HankPG, Nickalodeon, 2022, 1 hour 43 minutesThis program is drop in, no registration required.

Friday, April 213:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeGirls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.  For grades 5 and up.   
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Saturday, April 2210:00—10:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 2210:20—10:40 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 2210:40—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 2211:00—11:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Sophie

Read to SophieSophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers aged 5 on up.

Saturday, April 222:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

IN-PERSON Painting with Chelsea for Ages 10 - 18! (It's back!)

Tween Teen Painting with Chelsea - April 2023PAINTING WITH CHELSEA IS BACK IN PERSON!An April Vacation Reading Program for Tweens and Teens ages 10 - 18 with Chelsea Brown!Looking for something fun to do at the end of April Vacation? Well, this might give you something to do at least 1 of those afternoons!Join Chelsea Brown once again for an adventure in painting .…Learn More
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Monday, April 2410:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Preschool Palooza

Preschool PaloozaJoin librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement!  For children ages 3 through 6.

Monday, April 247:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Needham Author Chad Williams - The Wounded World: W.E.B. Du Bois and WWI

Needham Author Chad Williams - The Wounded World: W.E.B. Du Bois  and WWINeedham Author Chad Williams - in Conversation with Abigail CooperThe Book: The Wounded World - W. E. B. Du Bois and the First World WarTThe dramatic story of W. E. B. Du Bois's reckoning with the betrayal of Black soldiers during World War I―and a new understanding of one of the great twentieth-century writers.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 259:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Needham Garden Club

Meets monthly on the Third Tuesday, September-April, except in February and April - Fourth Tuesday.   

Tuesday, April 253:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

CANCELED - Read to Tucker

Read to TuckerTucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
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Wednesday, April 2612:00—1:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

VIRTUAL: Explore The Salem Maritime National Historic Site

VIRTUAL: Explore The Salem Maritime National Historic SiteVIRTUAL: Explore The Salem Maritime National Historic SiteTHURSDAY, April 26, 12:00—1:00 PM Online - Courtesy of the Tewksbury Public Library **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 262:00—4:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

In-Person Middle Grade 6 - 8th Grade Book Club Meeting - WITH MOVIE VIEWING!

Percy Jackson and the Olympians : The Lightning Thief, BookHey Folks!  Are you a 6th, 7th or 8th Grader in the Needham area?  Are you looking to do something on a Half Day in April?  WELL, have we got something for you!Why not join us In-person this month as we meet to WATCH and then discuss the ever popular Percy Jackson and the Olympians : The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 263:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Berry

Read to BerryBerry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Wednesday, April 263:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Berry

Read to BerryBerry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Wednesday, April 264:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Berry

Read to BerryBerry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
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Thursday, April 273:00—6:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

High School AP Exam Study Series 1 of 3 - Gov, Chem, Environmental, Chinese, Psych, Lit, CompSci A M

AP Exam Study Night Series - April / May 2023Need to study for an upcoming AP exam? Don't want to study alone? Still have some questions? Get some help from some of your teachers and some of your classmates from the National Honors Society for the AP Exams. In addition to teachers and your peers, (and some snacks) we may see a visit from Rocket the Dog (!) to help with the relaxing portion of the afternoon.…Learn More

Thursday, April 273:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room.   Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up.   Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.
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Friday, April 2810:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Budding Bookworms

Budding BookwormsA storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers.   Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room.   Size is limited, registration required.  

Friday, April 283:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeGirls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.  For grades 5 and up.   
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Saturday, April 2910:00—10:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Gabby

Read to GabbyGabby, a hypoallergenic Logoto Romagnolo, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Saturday, April 2910:20—10:40 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Gabby

Read to GabbyGabby, a hypoallergenic Logoto Romagnolo, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Saturday, April 2910:40—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Read to Gabby

Read to GabbyGabby, a hypoallergenic Logoto Romagnolo, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.

Saturday, April 292:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Drop-In Doodle Club!

Doodle Club - April 2023 MeetingHey there friends!  Interested in Drawing?  Doodle during class a lot?  Sketching neat designs that no one ever seems to appreciate?  Join fellow doodlers in a self-led doodle club every other Saturday afternoon in the Young Adult Room (second floor - where all of the Young Adult Graphic Novels are)! Ages 8 - 18 are welcome to come join fellow coloring aficionados on the 2nd floor of the library for some coloring time the 2nd and Last Saturdays of the month.…Learn More
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